U.S. Aircraft Losses Reveal Iran's Resilient Air Defense

Interesting read. Despite weeks of U.S./Israeli strikes, Iran still managed to shoot down an F-15E and hit an A-10. Their strength lies in portable, mobile air defense systems like MANPADS, which are hard to detect and destroy. Analysts note Iran has invested heavily in these for decades, combining domestic and imported tech. This suggests their capabilities are degraded but not eliminated. Iran claims they used a new system and will achieve full airspace control. https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/04/04/how-could-iran-have-shot-down-us-aircraft-after-weeks-of-relentless-bombing/